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Reports: Cubs Agree to Sign Veteran 1B Carlos Santana

Chicago expects the 39-year-old switch-hitter to bolster late-inning defense against left-handed pitching.

Aug 25, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians first baseman Carlos Santana (41) fields a ground ball in the third inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images/File Photo
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(L-R) Aroldis Chapman #54 of the New York Yankees and the American League, Jose Berrios #17 of the Minnesota Twins and the American League, Gleyber Torres #25 of the New York Yankees and the American League, Jorge Polanco #11 of the Minnesota Twins and the American League, and Carlos Santana #41 of the Cleveland Indians react to a ball during batting practice prior to the 2019 MLB All-Star Game on July 09, 2019 in Cleveland.
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Overview

  • MLB Network, ESPN and Reuters report Chicago has an agreement with Santana, with no team confirmation or contract terms disclosed.
  • Santana cleared waivers and was released by Cleveland on Aug. 28 after requesting a chance to pursue a postseason opportunity.
  • Chicago’s 40-man roster is full, so a corresponding move will be needed to add him, with MLB rosters expanding to 28 on Monday.
  • The three-time Cleveland mainstay is projected for a platoon and defensive role at first base after posting a .225/.316/.333 line with 11 home runs in 116 games.
  • His addition could reduce Michael Busch’s plate appearances against left-handers and prompt decisions on Justin Turner’s spot as the Cubs sit 78-58 with the NL’s top wild-card position, 6.5 games behind Milwaukee.